Synonyms Online Test
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
DIALECTIC
In philosophy, dialectics is a method of reasoning and reaching conclusions by considering theories and ideas together with ones that contradict them. Such contradictions lead to argumentation and often degenerate into arguments.
UNSCATHED
The word ‘unscathed’ means unharmed; uninjured. The other three words: Unstinting - very generous; Unsociable - not social, withdrawn; Unspeakable - that which may not be spoken.
VISIONARY
A visionary is one who has a vision for the future. All visionary ideas are dreams at one stage.
TEMERITY
The word ‘Temerity’ means ‘reckless boldness; rashness’ which is nearest in meaning to the word ‘Audacity’. The other three words: Innocence - simplicity; Tendency - an inclination to something; Tenderness - not hard or tough.
ATTENUATE
‘Attenuate’ comes from the same Latin root tenuis (= thin). If you attenuate something, you make it slender or thin.
BEQUEST
‘BEQUEST’ is something that you arrange to be given to somebody after you have died. ‘Heritage’ means something that is passed down from preceding generations.
REVOKE
When a law is revoked, it stands cancelled. We can also say that the law has been repealed.
DEPRECATE
The word ‘Deprecate’ means to depreciate belittle which is nearest in meaning ‘to belittle’.
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Monica was amazed at how AFFABLE his new employer was.
The word ‘affable’ means showing warmth and friendliness; which is nearest in meaning to ‘polite’. The other three words: Demanding - calling for intensive attention; Repulsive - causing aversion; Quality - conscious-organised.
REDEEM
I have lost my reputation and nothing can redeem it. That is, much though I may try, no good action on my part can bring my lost reputation back. In other words, I cannot recover my reputation.
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